1. An Australian electronica pr… Read Full Bio ↴Paul Mac is the name of two artists:
1. An Australian electronica producer musician, born Paul McDermott.
2. A UK techno DJ aka Paul Souter.
1. Australian Paul Mac: is one of the leading figures in Australian electronic music.
He is a conservatorium graduate and a multi ARIA Award winner (Australia’s Grammys) for his work with underground dance pioneers Itch-E & Scratch-E and for his own solo work. He has scored music for films and TV. His remixes of artists like Gorillaz, Silverchair and Powderfinger have also established him as one of this country's pre-eminent remixers.
In addition to his multiple ARIA awards, some of Paul’s career highlights include Australian Dance Music Awards for “Outstanding Contribution to Dance” and for “Producer Of The Year”. He has received an APRA Award, an MTV Award and been named “Dance Artist Of The Year” three times in Rolling Stone’s Readers Poll. Paul’s acclaimed gold selling debut solo album 3000 FEET HIGH was released in August 2001 by indie label, Eleven: a music company. Recorded in his Blue Mountains studio, the album’s first single sold out its pressing within a week of release. The second single, the gold selling anthem “Just The Thing” (featuring vocals by Peta Morris), was a #1 multi format hit. Paul then formed a band with Silverchair’s Daniel Johns in 2004. Calling themselves The Dissociatives their self titled debut album was one of the most acclaimed releases of that year. The album was also a commercial success yielding two top 40 singles and was certified gold within a week of its release.
In late 2005 Paul released PANIC ROOM, his much anticipated sophomore solo album. The album was written and produced by Paul in his new Sydney inner city home studio. Peta Morris returned to deliver the opening single, “Sunshine Eyes”, once again showcasing Paul’s trademark emotive lyrical punch. The single debuted in the national top 30 and the album’s club tracks, “Panic Room” & “It’s Not Me, It’s You”, both achieved top 10 in the national dance charts.
After recording with his great mates in Silverchair Paul toured the world with the band as guest pianist on their 2007/08 YOUNG MODERN world tour. More recently Paul has been as busy as ever with such varied projects as mixing Mr G’s radio and club smash “Naughty Girl”, hosting the last series of BigPond Music’s “Monday Night Live” and composing the music for much loved comedian Frank Woodley’s theatre production “Possessed”. Paul also composed and produced the wonderfully atmospheric score for the Australian film “Beautiful”.
This year Paul and his long time collaborater, Andy Rantzen, will release the first new Itch-E and Scratch-E album in 15 years. Titled HOORAY FOR EVERYTHING!!! the first taste of the new album came earlier this year when the electro-duo bounced their way across the national Big Day Out Festival sharing their beats to enthusiastic crowds of old and new fans. HOORAY FOR EVERYTHING!!! will be released through Ministry Of Sound in July 2010.
2. UK Paul Mac: After following the seemingly amazingly familiar UK path of electro/hip hop/acid house/techno it has now been nearly 21 years since Paul Mac started dj’ing and he has been producing for nearly 14, having recorded for over 50 labels including Sino, Intec, Ingoma, Kb Records Inc and Kanzleramt to name only a few and with nearly 120 release’s to his name its probably fair to call him a veteran of the scene. With his own labels Stimulus Recordings and the newly formed Sula Muse Recordings Paul continues to release all kinds of Techno from dance floor style club bangers to deep emotive material. Paul is now using Ableton for all his sets after over 20 years of playing with records the creative freedom Ableton brings has opened a lot of new doors musically and has reinvigorated his passion for the music. As well as his normal solo performances 2009 will see more performances with; Ben Sims as they finally bring the K.B Productions sound out of the studio and into the clubs, Mark Williams as the now infamous Sou Tai duo one of the more intense Techno performances on the circuit and finally as part of The Essex Rascals with Ben Sims, Tony Anderson and Mark Broom with more old school party influenced sets of Disco, Funk, Hip Hop and whatever else.
Just The Thing
Paul Mac Lyrics
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And I'm sitting here thinking
With a smile I'm dying inside
But I know I'll be just fine
I saw love not lies
But I could be mistaken
Now you've gone and I dry my eyes
And I'm here for the taking tonightFeel the need for somebody tonight
I could love you forever tonight
Ch) 'cause you're just the thing that I need
Just to fill the space he left here
Just give me all the love that I need
For a night that's enough for a broken heart
I'm surrounded by faces and smiles
Is it you who I'm seeking tonight
Maybe now or maybe a while
But I'll know it when it's right
I see love in your eyes
But I could be mistaken
I see love in your smile
Is it you who I'll be taking tonight
Feel the need for somebody tonight
I could love you forever tonight
Chorus
Time will pass and change the way I feel
Take away the scars and begin to heal
Well I'm waiting I'm waiting
You're the one in my hour of need
It's not forever it's all about speed
Well I'll take it I'll fake it for real
Chorus
The song "Just the Thing" by Paul Mac & Peta Morris falls into the category of a heartbreak song. The lyrics revolve around a person who has just said goodbye to their loved one and is thinking and reminiscing about the relationship. Initially, the person is trying to put up a brave face and smile, but deep down, they are hurting. However, they are also confident that they will be fine without their partner, and someone else might just be the "thing" they need to move on. In the second verse, the person is surrounded by people, but they are looking for that one person who will make them feel better. They see love in someone's eyes and smile and wonder if that person could be "the one" for tonight. The chorus emphasizes the need for someone to fill the void left by the previous partner and provide temporary comfort.
The song's theme is relatable to anyone who has gone through a breakup and trying to find ways to move on. The lyrics convey the inner turmoil one goes through during such a phase of life, trying to put up a strong face while internally yearning for someone to take away the pain. The words, "I could love you forever tonight," signify the temporary nature of the relationship, where the person is looking for someone to love for one night only to help them heal.
Line by Line Meaning
Well you came and said your goodbyes
You left me and said goodbye
And I'm sitting here thinking
I am reminiscing
With a smile I'm dying inside
I am pretending to be happy, but I'm actually hurting
But I know I'll be just fine
I believe that I will recover and move on
I saw love not lies
I believed that your love was genuine
But I could be mistaken
I am aware that my perception could be wrong
Now you've gone and I dry my eyes
You have left me and I am trying to hold back tears
And I'm here for the taking tonight
I am available for a new love interest tonight
Feel the need for somebody tonight
I desire the presence of someone tonight
I could love you forever tonight
I am willing to be deeply attached to someone for one night
'cause you're just the thing that I need
You are the perfect person to help me move on
Just to fill the space he left here
You will fill the void left by my previous lover
Just give me all the love that I need
All I need is your affection
For a night that's enough for a broken heart
One night of your love is enough to heal my broken heart
I'm surrounded by faces and smiles
I am in a place with many people who seem happy
Is it you who I'm seeking tonight
I am wondering if you are the one I am looking for
Maybe now or maybe a while
I do not know if it will happen now or later
But I'll know it when it's right
I will recognize the right person when I see them
I see love in your eyes
I detect love in the way you look at me
I see love in your smile
Your smile shows that you care
Is it you who I'll be taking tonight
I am considering choosing you as my partner tonight
Time will pass and change the way I feel
My emotions will change over time
Take away the scars and begin to heal
As time passes, I will start to heal
Well I'm waiting I'm waiting
I am patiently waiting
You're the one in my hour of need
I need you in this moment of weakness
It's not forever it's all about speed
This is not a long-term commitment, it's all about acting fast
Well I'll take it I'll fake it for real
I will go with it, even if it means pretending
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PAUL FRANCIS MCDERMOTT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@miryana79
2024 and anyone still loooving this song ?
@jayr4857
Absolutely 💯. Such a cool tune. 🤘
@bigrontbone6417
I’m here August 2024 Sydney
@theequalisermouse2301
Yep! Takes me back to my years in Sydney in the 90s & early noughties.
@miryana79
Yep
@revield4703
Bloody Oath!!!!!
@localjabroniwsw
Early 2000's in Sydney. I still remember all the funky house clubs. Home, Tank, Chinese Laundry, Ivy...This song was a legit banger. Everybody dancing and enjoying life. Chilled scene, not too many dramas. Nostalgia overload!
@Sally-rs6dv
Paul Mac is amazing, this still sounds good over 20 yrs later and brings back such great memories of that early 00’s sound 😊
@randombassguy5780
This is truly an Aussie classic.
I remember thinking Paul Mac was such a legend for holding the moving camera so that Peta could sing into the camera view ❤
@Mad4400
Australian Dance scene heavyweight. Left his mark on every genre of music he took part in.